Agency Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Agency Social Worker - Disabled Children's Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Islington, UK
Salary: £259.32 per day
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Agency Social Worker within the Disabled Children's Team in Islington, earning £259.32 per day. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers 35 hours per week with a flexible hybrid working arrangement, including three days in the office and two days working from home. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families while working within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Perks and benefits

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy a flexible working pattern with three office days and two remote working days each week.
• Daily Pay: Earn £259.32 per day, offering excellent financial reward and flexibility.
• Full Time: Benefit from the consistency of a full-time role while maintaining the advantages of locum work.
• Professional Networking: Work alongside a range of professionals and partner agencies, expanding your expertise and connections.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression.

What you will do

• Case Management: Manage a varied caseload including Child in Need, Child Protection, Children Looked After, and assessment work.
• Assessment: Complete Family Help and statutory assessments, producing high-quality analysis and recommendations.
• Relationship Building: Develop effective and meaningful relationships with children and families to support positive outcomes.
• Child-Centred Practice: Ensure children's voices, wishes, and experiences are central to all planning and interventions.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with education, health, and other professionals to deliver coordinated support.
• Safeguarding: Participate in safeguarding processes and child protection investigations where required.
• Report Writing: Prepare detailed assessments, court reports, and case documentation to a high standard.
• Duty Responsibilities: Contribute to the duty rota, screening and responding to referrals effectively.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience: Proven experience within statutory children's services.
• Safeguarding Knowledge: Experience managing complex saf